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11-03-2014, 11:26 PM
#2682
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Made a big upgrade. 
Introducing La CAAmpy:
Campy Record 11 group, 11-27 cassette
Campy Comp Ultra crank, 52/36
3T Ergonova Team cockpit
16.85lbs w/ pedals
The Campagnolo stuff is way pornographic. Every single part is artistic, ornate, and feels special, the perfect blend of form and function. The hoods just feel right, far more comfortable than the symmetrical hoods on the 105. I love the thumb button and the ability to grab 2 or 3 gears at any time. I underestimated the benefit of having the derailleur move on the downstroke of the shift lever, vs. on the upstroke (Shimano) - the end result is that the shifts happen much faster than they used to. Top gear was 50/12, 37mph at 115rpm. New top gear is 52/11, 43mph at 115rpm. There were a few rides with the fast Wednesday group this year where I found myself needing the ability to produce power at ~40mph to keep up with that group, and the 52/11 will make that easier to do.
The crank is obviously stiffer than the FSA part it replaced, but also 300g lighter to boot. The bike feels like it responds to big acceleration efforts much better now, which I attribute to the crank stiffness. As an unexpected bonus, the contour of the arm means that I no longer rub the inside of my shoe on the arm (I pronate heavily on both sides). I wish I had done the crank a long time ago.
The carbon bars were done for the shape (I like the flat tops on the Ergonova), but I want them on everything now. The bike feels significantly smoother through the hands over high-frequency bumps, which I wasn't expecting at all. I'll be buying another set for the Dolan to replace the aluminum Ergonova Pro bars on that.
I tweaked a few other things in the process. Campy Ceramic BB30 bearings to match the Overtorque crank, Veloflyte headset cap to replace the factory Cannondale cap/crown, KMC 11-speed speedlink, Fizik tacky bartape. Only details left now. I need to swap the post for a zero-setback version, need to build a front wheel on a T11 hub and put the current wheel on the Kona, and then I'm going to ride it for a few years.
Introducing La CAAmpy:Campy Record 11 group, 11-27 cassette
Campy Comp Ultra crank, 52/36
3T Ergonova Team cockpit
16.85lbs w/ pedals
The Campagnolo stuff is way pornographic. Every single part is artistic, ornate, and feels special, the perfect blend of form and function. The hoods just feel right, far more comfortable than the symmetrical hoods on the 105. I love the thumb button and the ability to grab 2 or 3 gears at any time. I underestimated the benefit of having the derailleur move on the downstroke of the shift lever, vs. on the upstroke (Shimano) - the end result is that the shifts happen much faster than they used to. Top gear was 50/12, 37mph at 115rpm. New top gear is 52/11, 43mph at 115rpm. There were a few rides with the fast Wednesday group this year where I found myself needing the ability to produce power at ~40mph to keep up with that group, and the 52/11 will make that easier to do.
The crank is obviously stiffer than the FSA part it replaced, but also 300g lighter to boot. The bike feels like it responds to big acceleration efforts much better now, which I attribute to the crank stiffness. As an unexpected bonus, the contour of the arm means that I no longer rub the inside of my shoe on the arm (I pronate heavily on both sides). I wish I had done the crank a long time ago.
The carbon bars were done for the shape (I like the flat tops on the Ergonova), but I want them on everything now. The bike feels significantly smoother through the hands over high-frequency bumps, which I wasn't expecting at all. I'll be buying another set for the Dolan to replace the aluminum Ergonova Pro bars on that.
I tweaked a few other things in the process. Campy Ceramic BB30 bearings to match the Overtorque crank, Veloflyte headset cap to replace the factory Cannondale cap/crown, KMC 11-speed speedlink, Fizik tacky bartape. Only details left now. I need to swap the post for a zero-setback version, need to build a front wheel on a T11 hub and put the current wheel on the Kona, and then I'm going to ride it for a few years.
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11-04-2014, 09:11 AM
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So, my rear T11 hub aluminum axle cap was machined down by the steel axle, most likely why it won't shift properly. 2300 miles and the hub is broken, lol. I suppose I should have bought R45s.
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11-04-2014, 09:28 AM
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Made a big upgrade. Introducing La CAAmpy:
Campy Record 11 group, 11-27 cassette
Campy Comp Ultra crank, 52/36
3T Ergonova Team cockpit
16.85lbs w/ pedals
The Campagnolo stuff is way pornographic. Every single part is artistic, ornate, and feels special, the perfect blend of form and function. The hoods just feel right, far more comfortable than the symmetrical hoods on the 105. I love the thumb button and the ability to grab 2 or 3 gears at any time. I underestimated the benefit of having the derailleur move on the downstroke of the shift lever, vs. on the upstroke (Shimano) - the end result is that the shifts happen much faster than they used to. Top gear was 50/12, 37mph at 115rpm. New top gear is 52/11, 43mph at 115rpm. There were a few rides with the fast Wednesday group this year where I found myself needing the ability to produce power at ~40mph to keep up with that group, and the 52/11 will make that easier to do.
The crank is obviously stiffer than the FSA part it replaced, but also 300g lighter to boot. The bike feels like it responds to big acceleration efforts much better now, which I attribute to the crank stiffness. As an unexpected bonus, the contour of the arm means that I no longer rub the inside of my shoe on the arm (I pronate heavily on both sides). I wish I had done the crank a long time ago.
The carbon bars were done for the shape (I like the flat tops on the Ergonova), but I want them on everything now. The bike feels significantly smoother through the hands over high-frequency bumps, which I wasn't expecting at all. I'll be buying another set for the Dolan to replace the aluminum Ergonova Pro bars on that.
I tweaked a few other things in the process. Campy Ceramic BB30 bearings to match the Overtorque crank, Veloflyte headset cap to replace the factory Cannondale cap/crown, KMC 11-speed speedlink, Fizik tacky bartape. Only details left now. I need to swap the post for a zero-setback version, need to build a front wheel on a T11 hub and put the current wheel on the Kona, and then I'm going to ride it for a few years.
Introducing La CAAmpy:Campy Record 11 group, 11-27 cassette
Campy Comp Ultra crank, 52/36
3T Ergonova Team cockpit
16.85lbs w/ pedals
The Campagnolo stuff is way pornographic. Every single part is artistic, ornate, and feels special, the perfect blend of form and function. The hoods just feel right, far more comfortable than the symmetrical hoods on the 105. I love the thumb button and the ability to grab 2 or 3 gears at any time. I underestimated the benefit of having the derailleur move on the downstroke of the shift lever, vs. on the upstroke (Shimano) - the end result is that the shifts happen much faster than they used to. Top gear was 50/12, 37mph at 115rpm. New top gear is 52/11, 43mph at 115rpm. There were a few rides with the fast Wednesday group this year where I found myself needing the ability to produce power at ~40mph to keep up with that group, and the 52/11 will make that easier to do.
The crank is obviously stiffer than the FSA part it replaced, but also 300g lighter to boot. The bike feels like it responds to big acceleration efforts much better now, which I attribute to the crank stiffness. As an unexpected bonus, the contour of the arm means that I no longer rub the inside of my shoe on the arm (I pronate heavily on both sides). I wish I had done the crank a long time ago.
The carbon bars were done for the shape (I like the flat tops on the Ergonova), but I want them on everything now. The bike feels significantly smoother through the hands over high-frequency bumps, which I wasn't expecting at all. I'll be buying another set for the Dolan to replace the aluminum Ergonova Pro bars on that.
I tweaked a few other things in the process. Campy Ceramic BB30 bearings to match the Overtorque crank, Veloflyte headset cap to replace the factory Cannondale cap/crown, KMC 11-speed speedlink, Fizik tacky bartape. Only details left now. I need to swap the post for a zero-setback version, need to build a front wheel on a T11 hub and put the current wheel on the Kona, and then I'm going to ride it for a few years.
I have only run Campy chains on my 11 spd, but next change will be to a KMC. It will take me a year to be able to report back, as I just put a new chain on. I use them on my 10 spd stuff and like them for both shifting and wear.
I have not tried carbon bars yet. Perhaps I should. The bike budget is getting bloated so I either need to transfer it to the Miata fund, or spend some of it.
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11-04-2014, 11:11 AM
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I don't have any suggestions as there are a ton of really good rollers out there now. But, I used a set of Migura 15" rollers for years in the winter and it made my pedal stoke very smooth. Highly recommend.
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11-04-2014, 11:13 AM
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Which is better rollers/trainers in peoples opinion.?
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11-04-2014, 12:34 PM
#2693
I will be using this setup to train on my commuter bike, and I'd like to not have to physically attach the bike to a trainer every time I want to use it.
I see myself using the rollers a few times a week and still using the bike to commute when the weather is nice. I also am excited by the danger factor of falling off rollers.
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11-04-2014, 01:13 PM
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I will be using this setup to train on my commuter bike, and I'd like to not have to physically attach the bike to a trainer every time I want to use it.
I see myself using the rollers a few times a week and still using the bike to commute when the weather is nice. I also am excited by the danger factor of falling off rollers.
I see myself using the rollers a few times a week and still using the bike to commute when the weather is nice. I also am excited by the danger factor of falling off rollers.
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11-04-2014, 01:28 PM
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I attempting explaining to coworkers on how a beer hand-up in a CX race gives you super power from the crowd, but everyone looked at me like I was crazy.
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11-04-2014, 03:45 PM
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The best info about trainers or rollers is that you get what you pay for. A Kurt is the only way to go if you plan on riding it for more than 20 minutes. Get rollers with big metal drums, the plastic gets worn quickly and the smaller the diameter the harder it is to pedal (and balance). Plus when you go to sell them, they are worth 80% of their new value instead of $20.
I am a fan of rollers. They are not hard to ride, especially the larger diameter rollers. No handed, looking around, in aerobars it just takes a little commitment.
I am a fan of rollers. They are not hard to ride, especially the larger diameter rollers. No handed, looking around, in aerobars it just takes a little commitment.
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11-05-2014, 01:40 AM
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Yes yes yes. Hitting both buttons on the 105 would drop the chain like clockwork. The Record bits could care less - three clicks on both thumb buttons and you barely feel it in the pedals. I did a chain catcher for good measure but I doubt it was necessary.
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